Wayne G. Powell

Wayne Powell's scientific research interests involve field-based petrological and geochemical studies applied to broader geological problems. Currently, he is involved in three lines of research: 1) tin mineralization in Central Europe and the Balkans; 2) ore provenance of bronze artifacts using Sn and Cu isotopes ; and 3) effects of metamorphism on ore deposits. Prof. Powell is involved extensively in aspects of geoscience education design and reform. In particular he is interested in partnerships with museums, parks and community organizations to provide community-based learning opportunities for students of the earth sciences in urban environments, integration of Earth and environmental science, and empowering earth science teachers to use the City-as-Lab.

Miele, E., and W.G. Powell. "Science and the City: Community Cultural and Natural Resources at the Core of a Place-Based Science Teacher Preparation Program." Journal of College Science Teaching. In press. (Books and Publications: Forthcoming Publications) 2009

"Greenschist-facies Metamorphism of the Burgess Shale and Its Implications for Models of Fossil Formation and Preservation." Canadian Journal of Earth Sciences 40: 13-25. (Books and Publications: Peer Reviewed Article) 2003

"Mineralogical and Lithological Features Associated With Brine Seeps in the Burgess Shale: Implications for the Interpretation of the Kinzers Shale." Geological Society of America Abstracts With Programs 37.7: 547. (Conferences, Seminars and Symposiums: Conference Presentation) 2005

Facilitator, NAGT/NSF Cutting Edge Professional Development Workshop: Preparing for an Academic Career in the Geosciences. University of Oklahoma. July 31-Aug. 3. (Professional Leadership: Organizational Leadership Position) 2008